How To Decorate A Junk Journal For Someone Special * Handmade Gift Idea DIY

[@joiedefi]

Do you make Junk Journals as gifts? have you made one for a special friend? Let me know in a comment down below!! Joie xx

[@joiedefi]

Ooohhh how exciting!!! 💜💜💜💜🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@terrilyndel]

I have made a few journals; repurposed books into art journals based on MaremiSmallart videos, then I found Treasurebooks and NiktheBooksmith which completely changed my perspective. I’ve made 3 as gifts although I didn’t really personalize the fist one, it was after I saw your video and how you used papers as pages that represented your friends interests that I really inspired me. So thank you ever so much. I really love how you add the bits of personal art in your works, I Zentangle, so I have started incorporating bits of my art work as tags, tucks or pockets. I truly enjoy your videos.

[@joiedefi]

What a lovely comment Terri. I'm in awe of your Zentangle capabilities!! 💜💜💜

[@clairehampton986]

Yes, please. A bag for book pages video. I am a true beginner so I'm absorbing everything I can. You give great tips and ideas to 'make it our own'. So glad I found your channel.

[@joiedefi]

Awesome!! I'll do some prep on the bag video 👍🏻💜

[@marciaporcelli5885]

I made a journal for a special friend as a birthday gift. She’s about to retire from her job, move, and start a new phase in her life. I wanted her to have a place to record her thoughts, feelings, and adventures. She loved it! The journal you’ve made here is fabulous-and I just know your friend is going to treasure it! 😍

[@joiedefi]

That's a wonderful thing that you did for your friend Marcia, so personal and kind. 🥰❣️

[@missyb.623]

Your teaching style is so pleasant. I feel like this is primary school for grown ups. I mean that in a complimentary way!!! Thanks so much. So glad you showed up my KZbin feed!

[@joiedefi]

I'm very pleased about it too 🥰👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@carlaallen4499]

I am making junk journals for a few special people in my life as a gift for the holidays. I am so excited to watch your video tomorrow, I've set two alarms so I am reminded!

[@joiedefi]

Hoorah!! It's on Sunday though Carla, but I really look forward to seeing you there!! 🥰 Joie 💜🌿

[@carlaallen4499]

Do you see why I need to set 2 alarms! HAHAHAHA Corrected to Sunday!

[@LisaMyEclecticLife]

I have made two journals recently to give to friends for their birthdays. I am hoping they will enjoy them.

[@joiedefi]

I'm 💯 percent certain that they will Lisa. 🥰🥰🥰

[@elizabethrose5411]

I have made journals for friends though they were not full junk journals. I've been in the process of working on a couple of junk journals for a while, yet due to some health issues it's been very slow going. Your video is a great encouragement, thank you! Also, I don't know if anyone has ever told you that you could be a professional Narrator, your voice is so soothing! :)

[@joiedefi]

Awww how lovely of you to say that about my voice Elizabeth. 💜💜 Take your own time making things, that's what I say/do.... enjoy the process and give yourself a big well done for moving forwards with this project. Take care, joie 🌿💜

[@lizziejohns]

I think your layering technique is quite good. I have struggled with layering, but watching your videos has helped me and I now try different ways to challenge myself. Hope you continue to make videos.

[@joiedefi]

Thanks lizziejohns, that's really great to hear 🥰

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Great video! I love the envelopes, so pretty 🌼 I have sewn on paper, it's quite easy 🙂

[@joiedefi]

I'm a sewing novice but I'll have a go 🥰

[@ritaharker4466]

Finally got a chance to watch part 2. It’s all beginning to come together beautifully. You have such a keen eye for colour choices, it’s a joy to watch you work. It’s interesting following your process of deciding where you are going to put your envelopes and pockets at an early stage in the development of the journal. I must try that when I start my new journal because I’m rather too haphazard and just dive in, open a page and decide what I feel like doing which probably doesn’t create a good balance. As usual I come away from watching your video with a new idea or two xxx💕

[@joiedefi]

Awww Rita, I always read every word of your comments, and as usual every word is so generous and kind. ( And I really needed that today). Thank you, 🥰❣️

[@ritaharker4466]

joie de fi ❤️❤️

[@KristieBittleston]

I recently made a journal for a friend who helped me through a very challenging time, and I absolutely loved it. It was so much fun adding those personal touches - I’ll definitely be making more now that the holidays are coming! ❤️🤗

[@joiedefi]

I think I saw that journal Kristie. I'm sending you some extra special hugs, 💜❣️💜

[@impalamama7302]

I love love your style of making JJs. You did prompt me into making one for my middle son stationed far from home in Okinawa and to pull out one I had started for my dear BFF back in the summer. I managed to get the papers whittled down to a reason able number but have been anxiously awaiting this video for some ideas on decorating. In the meantime I have been making pockets and more pockets and they are addictive lol! Quite handy to have to journal with, too. BTW... I got my first "real" sewing machine when I was 10 back in 1970 so for whatever its worth....if I could teach myself how to use it at 10.....you should be just fine!! The ones today are FAR more user friendly and there's always YT to locate videos on the process as well!! Happy Sewing!!

[@joiedefi]

What an awesome comment!! I'm going to look up Okinawa...😁 It's lovely to hear about your crafting....I'll have to come to you for sewing tips and help 🥰👍🏻💜 Thanks so much for watching and for taking the time to share your thoughts. Hugs from England, joie 🌿💜

[@impalamama7302]

@@joiedefi You are so kind! Okinawa is a Japanese Island not the mainland and he is stationed there in US Marines. I'm in Memphis Tennessee. What kind of machine did you get?? A new one or an older used one?? I prefer the older pre1990 models myself! You have been such an inspiration for me....I am dabbling with watercolors now and love them! I enjoy watching the same channel as well for tips to paint. Looking forward to see how you incorporate your sewing into your journals!! Mega Memphis Hugs back!!

[@Vickilanegan]

You made it special with special touches for your friend. I bet she will love it. Loved watching! Thanks for sharing. Can’t wait to watch the next one! Have a nice week! 😊❤️

[@joiedefi]

Thanks Vicki!! And have a great week too!! 🥰💜

[@Vickilanegan]

Thank you! 😊

[@donnacarraway9182]

Thank you for yet another beautiful video! So timely for me as I am thinking of making a JJ for my sons girlfriend for Christmas! Yikes! You have given me lots of fun ideas and things to think about! Yes, I am super excited to make this and a bit nervous too. I live alone and he is my only child so I am very aware that my path to him may well be through her. She is quiet and therefore a bit difficult to get to know but I can tell that this is serious so I really want to do my best. Thank you for your ideas! Now for the abut: abut is usually used when two things are right next to each other as in touching each other. I think in this video you could say that these two things lined up with each other. But with your beautiful voice you can just say it any way and we will love it!💕

[@joiedefi]

Lined up.... that's better 🤭👍🏻 I am absolutely sure that your Journal will hit the mark and be so appreciated. How could it not be.... Hugs, joie 💜🌿

[@RoseD2016]

Love how you made this one adding the ephemera and painted with such soft colors. Beautiful. Xx

[@joiedefi]

Thanks Rosie...... that's lovely 😁❣️

[@gr8fng]

My twin grandies turn 16 in March and I'm hoping to make each of them a journal mapping my family tree & history. It was daunting because I've never made a journal before. Then I came across your videos which helped me realise I could start by making pages, pockets, & belly bands etc. So thank you, your videos have inspired me and given me a starting point without fear of wrecking a whole, precious journal ... baby steps 👍💝

[@joiedefi]

That's fantastic to hear!! Welcome to my channel, lots more videos to come!!❤️😁

[@meghna_gupta]

Have always been fascinated by junk journals. And since we all have time on our hands in this quarantine, I thought of learning a bit about making one. Have been binge watching your videos and just wanted to say a big thank you. Your videos are immensely helpful. Absolutely love, and share to some extent, your passion with paper. ❤️

[@joiedefi]

Oh that's absolutely fantastic...we are a family of paper lovers here, so welcome on board, welcome to my channel!! Lovely to meet you, keep me posted on your progress 🥰 joie 🌿💜

[@MrsJMYoung]

Abut means to have a common boundary or to be next to something. So I believe you did use that term properly. As always, watching your video makes me eager to work in my own journal. Thank you.

[@joiedefi]

Thanks for that!! Always good to get a second opinion 🥰 Great to see you here Mrs Young, welcome!! ❣️

[@susannaeasdale1162]

This is lovely Joie, lm sure your friend will love it as you created it with such sweet memories in mind. Tfs hugs Susanna xx

[@joiedefi]

Thank you so much Susanna, I hope so. 🥰😁💜

[@pauletteliddell2923]

Enjoyed video. I'm learning to paint toad stools thanks. Stay safe and keep moving upward.🎶👏👏👏👏🙏💜💜🤗🤗🤗😇😇

[@mprairiedale]

Looking wonderful!! The bag idea sounds intriguing and can't wait to see your sewing creations too ❤️

[@joiedefi]

Well I had a go at sewing today. I can only say, it looked like the dog had been at it 🤣 Enjoyed it though 😁👍🏻 I'll have a practice at that bag, hugs as always Maureen 💜🌿

[@mprairiedale]

Oh I know that feeling!! It took me about 3 months to really get a feel for it and I still only use 2 stitch styles. The last journal cover I made was an ocean theme so I got to make very wavy stitches on purpose...I really liked the way it turned out plus it hides the fact straight doesn't come easy for me 🤣

[@peggydid]

So glad I can catch this vid after "live" is finished! So upbeat and helpful, Joie! And, you always come up with more ideas of interest! I'm making a journal for a friend who has just turned 80! Cover to do next, and then adding a few photos for her that were taken by her granddaughter. It's a surprise! As was her party! I'm working in the JJ that I made for Nov. It has pages from "everything!" Yes! I love to use pages from books and magazines! There were lots of papers to use from when I took a trip with family to the beach last week! I'm making one for December next! Already have papers set out. I buy Christmas books with recipes and crafts in them to tear up and put in my journals. Thanks for the inspiration! Hugs!

[@joiedefi]

You sound very busy and so full of enthusiasm and life!! Well done, you're rocking it!!!! Hugs, joie 🌿💜

[@juliasatterwhite9835]

I haven't made any kind of journal. I would love to make one door my BFF! I love your tutorials! Thank you for sharing! God bless! Love hugs and prayers! 😇💜🤗🙏

[@joiedefi]

Aaah Julia....so lovely to see you 😁❣️ Maybe one day soon you will have a go at that journal...👍🏻 Sending hugs!! Joie 💜🌿

[@hollygangelhoff4599]

Thanks for another great video. I've finished my two gift journals and you've given me great ideas for how to enhance them before I sit down with my daughter and granddaughter next weekend for a fun time making pockets and tags for their new junk journals.

[@joiedefi]

So much love and attention goes into our Journals. It sounds like you are really enjoying the process. Splendid!! Thanks for popping by Holly! 💜🥰💜

[@maritamgt]

Another lovely video Joie! I'm making a junk journal for my co-workers daughter, she a ballet dancer and she loves the Nutcracker so that's the theme of the journal and I definitely gotta watch your envelope making tutorial so I can stuff little paper goodies in them ❤ have fun with your sewing machine, can't wait to see what you'll make! many blessings to you ❤❤❤

[@joiedefi]

Hello Marita!! That Nutcracker journal sounds beautiful, also quite a perfect theme for the Holiday season. Your friend's daughter will love it!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@impalamama7302]

I have been making all kinds of pockets from her tutorials out of my big stash of old gardening mags and decorating with little bits of washi....then been putting pieces of note paper and colored and coffee dyed index cards. They are soooo handy to have a stack of and grab one to journal with and stick bits in as I go along! I am going to check out her envelope tutorial too..... I bet your ballet journal will be lovely!

[@LesleyTaylor101]

I made a journal for my sister. I found it an amazing experience. I wanted to just start it and allow her to finish it - but stopping the ideas was almost impossible. I loved making it. Totally addicted. It was interesting that it was easier to be inspired to create this for her but it’s much, much harder to make one for me!

[@joiedefi]

That is very interesting Lesley....and I know what you mean. So good to see you here, really appreciate your visit. Happy journaling! Joie 💜🌿

[@wulfseig1864]

Accidentally hit comment before I was finished commenting. Subscribed I was saying that I want to be your friend. This is just so fun. I have a passion for paper. I can't control myself I just love it. This will help me use up my papers and make journals for family and friends. By the way I found your channel because I want to make a fairy, magical, dragon journal. So, your tip on choosing three subjects really helped me narrow down my subject matter. Love pockets and nooks so there will definitely be those. Thanks for sharing.

[@joiedefi]

Oh my word Jennifer, it's going to be so much fun!! Even just playing using up your papers is fun. Keep me posted on your progress.... take care, joie. And welcome 🌿💜

[@karinaexinia1002]

Just started junk journaling and I love it! It's so calming and relaxing. Was a bit confused on how to start but got the hang of it. Watched so many videos and so far yours are the best, love the way you explain things! Look forward to seeing more! 💕📝📗

[@joiedefi]

Ooohh Kari that's lovely. I'm sitting at my desk just finishing my next video....junk journaling plans for 2020. Sounds like you're going to be having some junk journaling fun in 2020 too!! 😁 Joie 💜🌿

[@annettelind5322]

Dear Fi Lovely to be back, watching you journal. 😍 I’ve sort of lost my mojo and passion for junkjournaling for a while, but are trying to get back into it again. And who better to be inspired by, but you. 😍 I am making a small journal for my pen pal and really appreciate your input about making a journal for someone special. Loved the fingerprint...original I thought. And just something a bit funny. You know the little adverts you’ve got from your Swedish friend?! They are in danish. 😁 Take care and thank you again. 😘

[@joiedefi]

Oh no! What an idiot I am...🤭🤪 Thanks for letting me know. Do you think anyone else will notice? Good to see you again, and to hear that you are getting your mojo back. Hugs, joie 🌿💜

[@annettelind5322]

I think other Scandinavians will, but otherwise absolutely not. 😁 it’s so good to be back watching your channel. You always inspire me and make me want to try this or that out. The journal I am making for my pen pal is in your style with my touch of course. I know she watches you so I hope she will like it. Also watching you always makes me happy. Hugs

[@DenaTollefson]

Hi Joie! Caught the tail end of your premiere so am coming back now to watch from the beginning. Your red toadstool you painted is so pretty. I love that palette of colors, shapes, and fonts you curated together for your layered cover with a writing theme you created for your friend. I love how you fully explain your process- makes me feel like I am sitting beside you in your art studio. Brilliant, Joie!

[@joiedefi]

Thanks Dena. In January I'm focusing a bit more on painting techniques so hopefully see you then too 😁❣️ Thanks as always for your fabulous support. Joie 💜🌿

[@DenaTollefson]

@@joiedefi I love when you are painting, Joie!! Hugs to you

[@vickiejensen1265]

Great tutorial Joie! I shared it with a friend who is wanting to learn how to make them. I've made two for her and she wants to learn how to make them. You have very good instructions and you have such a pleasant voice :) TFS

[@joiedefi]

Awww, and it's so much fun too.... thanks so much for sharing my video. It's lovely to think that others are enjoying this too, following your recommendation!! 😁😁😁👍🏻💜

[@brookemarsing3293]

I am making three junk journals for Chris this year! I can't wait to watch your video!

[@joiedefi]

Ooooh splendid!! I've just uploaded for Sunday's Premiere 🥰 Keep me posted on your progress Brooke. 💜

[@tinamc2820]

This journal turned out beautiful! I learned a lot from this tutorial about balance. I love watching how you put it all together ❤️! Thank you for sharing.

[@joiedefi]

I try Tina 😁 I don't always get everything right, and I'm learning too, but it's great to know that you enjoyed it. Thank you!! 🥰💜

[@tinamc2820]

You do a beautiful job!

[@shazziem6981]

The music paper envelope really caught my eye. It is beautiful...

[@joiedefi]

It is... That one was from a lovely friend in Sweden...❣️

[@bellascraftystudio]

Hi, I just made a load of TN 's for my Messy Church Team and they really loved them. Thanks for sharing, so many ideas. xx

[@joiedefi]

How fantastic Lita!! Lucky Team of friends... well done you 👍🏻🥰

[@beethimbles8801]

So many great ideas here! I loved the use of the paints and their mica touch. Your date stamp is just AMAZING. But the little zine you made is going on my must have list because it was super duper amazing to see the teeny collages. Thankyou again x

[@joiedefi]

Awww I'm blushing now 😊😊😊

[@lindaroberts2282]

And yes I'd love to see a video on making a bag out of book pages to insert the very special journal in.

[@joiedefi]

I'll work on that one 😁😁😁💜

[@nairafoganholi6563]

Joie, what an amazing and inspiring vídeo! I love it! Thank you so much!!!❤❤❤

[@joiedefi]

💜💜💜🤗🌹

[@wesley5518]

Oh so fun So glad I found your video. love your passion ! Thanks for sharing your speical talents

[@joiedefi]

You're very welcome Sylvia. Great to meet you, welcome to my channel!! Joie 💜🌿

[@phyllisj73]

I have just started a TN size journal for a friend that could do with cheering up. This video will come in handy to help me. Thank you 😊 I dither with covering pages. Trying to change that as I am missing out on decorating 😄

[@joiedefi]

Glad it's helpful Phyllis!🌹❤️

[@sarahjanewylde4750]

Loving this journal for your friend Joie. I hope to get back to my creative space soon 😊 xx

[@joiedefi]

How are you feeling Sarah? Hope today is a little better than yesterday. 🥰💜

[@sarahjanewylde4750]

Still hiding under der my duvet, but feeling a little better than yesterday. Thanks Joie x

[@AngelroseDesings]

I am planning to junk journals in the new year.

[@joiedefi]

That sounds great Vanessa, I guess you'll be sharing these on your channel. 😁💜🥰

[@susanhetler4704]

I really enjoyed watching your process for this journal, Joie 💜 Thank you! I made a one signature journal recently for a young mom with a new baby. I used lots of pictures of famous paintings of mothers and children, such as Mary Cassatt. It was fun and personalized!

[@joiedefi]

What a wonderful and personal keepsake that is...I'm sure that this young mom was delighted with it! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts Susan. 🥰💜

[@joannfletcher3193]

So happy I found you love your work, artistry and ideas. You are quite talented...😍

[@joiedefi]

Well not sure about talented but I'll say thank you for your kind words... welcome!!! Great to meet you Joann. Let's have some crafting fun! Joie ❣️🌿

[@shazziem6981]

Hi Joie. I am making my first journal to send to a friend. Thanks to your easy to follow instructions i feel confident enough to do so. Ty for the inspiration. Hugs

[@joiedefi]

You're very welcome honey 🥰🥰🥰

[@pauletteliddell2923]

I made a lot of item during the lockdown. I was just learning to make junk journals.Thsnks for all you do to help all of us..my friend. Thanks to Barbara ..49 dragonflies for telling me about you. 😊👍🤗🤗

[@boosbumbles4178]

Love your creativity and would love to see the bag for the journal. 💜🌻🍃🦔❄🌬

[@joiedefi]

Thank you Boos. I'll get working on that bag 🥰 Welcome to my channel, joie 🌿💜

[@pixelpioneer_3011]

I made my first journal using a mixture of pretty papers and old book pages and I'm really struggling to cover up the pretty patterns! I think in future I'll add more book pages to the signature and save the pretty papers for the embellishments!

[@joiedefi]

I can so relate to that! 🤭 Good idea Clare 💜👍🏻

[@judyklispie7129]

I love your style and following your process! My journals are made like hardback books, but I want to give this style a go...it.seems so freeing in the process. ❤️

[@joiedefi]

I guess it feels a bit easier for me, maybe quicker to get a result...I don't know. But whatever makes us happy 😁❣️

[@47powerflower]

The small pieces of paper you got from Sweden are small advertisements from different towns here in little Denmark 🤗 Randers and Ringkjøbing are towns here

[@joiedefi]

🤭🤭🤭 I got the language wrong....so sorry! They are super pretty aren't they? And they're from near you 👍🏻😁 Thank you so much for popping by to watch, Joie 💜 🌿

[@lindaroberts2282]

Love the little mini booklet; possible video? You are just so creative in your journals...love learning more as I watch each video; I must add multiple views of each one. Thank you so much for taking the time to share and teach.

[@joiedefi]

With comments like this, well it really does spur me on to keep making more fun and interesting videos 😁 Thank you so much!! 💜💜💜

[@PaperKitty99]

Beautiful layering 💕

[@joiedefi]

Thanks!! 🥰💜

[@suruha2306]

I have made several, all in different styles. This is interesting, though, in that you 'personalize' it more. I only had a few resources to start, but, have acquired more since. You give me some things to consider! Thank you! Su

[@joiedefi]

Sounds like you are having fun... thanks for sharing your thoughts Su... great to see you here. Welcome!! 😁❣️

[@justjennijournaling6921]

Hey Lovely..really enjoyed this ..thank you and love love love your faux stitching...off to try it 😁

[@joiedefi]

Hello!!! Great to see you Jenni, faux stitching, so easy and so useful....🥰😁

[@jenniferwatson7118]

I've learned a lot from, and thoroughly enjoyed, this YT thanks! Great journal that your friend will be sure to treasure!

[@joiedefi]

Thanks Jennifer... that's really very much appreciated!! Joie

[@Solaeandcraft]

Wonderful encouragement for beginners to just try 🥰

[@joiedefi]

Thank you, very helpful feedback!! Welcome to my channel. 🥰

[@carmenchiapa2323]

Hello Joie how are you? I'm good thank you. I'm going to have to try to paint in my journal. I'm happy 😊 doing my journal with your help.

[@joiedefi]

That's fantastic Carmen, lovely to see you here again 😁 Sounds like you are having a lot of fun. Keep me posted on your journal painting, hugs, joie 🥰💜

[@mcozbeagle]

Perfect timing, I am hoping to make one for my secret Santa at work, I’m very new to journaling and so slow!

[@joiedefi]

And this one shouldn't take too long..you can adapt it to fit what you have in your stash 🥰 Thanks for popping by Tracy!! 😁💜

[@mcozbeagle]

I’ve set the reminder bell but chances are it will be the middle of the night or I will be a t work when you go live 😩. But will watch after 👍

[@joiedefi]

@@mcozbeagle awesome 😁💜

[@Lilian2391]

So lovely congratulations 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋

[@joiedefi]

Thanks Lily M. I appreciate that.....❣️

[@deemoore328]

Love this process. Enjoy seeing your work. It is how I like to do my journals with different papers for interest. Yours turn out beautiful. Just subscribed

[@joiedefi]

Welcome to the family Dee!! Thanks for your generous words, it means a lot!! 🥰💜

[@tracyheberlie4831]

Your journals are beautiful! I’m making one for my friend for Christmas.

[@joiedefi]

Ooh Tracy that sounds lovely. I'm sure that your friend will be delighted!! Thanks so much for popping by... welcome to my channel. Joie ❣️🌿

[@maryl9685]

Love the mini-zine idea!

[@joiedefi]

Hehe, thanks very much!💜

[@estee-mariearts4548]

Hello Joie! I just love your tutorial videos. You are so great at explaining the process. You make the process look so easy (I wish it was as easy as you make it look!). You asked how are we coming along... Well, last week I started putting together my 4th journal, a gift for my oldest daughter. I selected the pages for the signatures and got them put together. When I began decorating the 5th page of the journal I made a big mistake. I attempted to cover it up and totally ruined the entire page and the one next to it. I got so frustrated I threw the journal in the trash bin. I took it out of the bin just now and will save the ephemera to reuse and start over. Lesson learned. Be careful using a heat gun. Book pages may have a plastic like covering on them can melt and stick all the pages together that get heated. I was using old art book.

[@joiedefi]

Oh no!!! I guess we learn by having a go....I'm learning all the time and I definitely don't always get it right. Great to hear that you are back in the saddle as it were. See you soon, hugs joie 🌿💜

[@rochestermanagementservice6082]

Joie, I'm relatively new to journal making and continue to learn so much from your tutorials. I've played with coffee dyeing and using food color dyes on paper, but haven't tried water color in any form and have no formal art training. Hadn't even thought about it until I saw this video. Any suggestions for us newbies on how to get a successful start with water colors? Thanks, again, for your descriptive and helpful guidance. Definitely valuable. Cheryl in AZ

[@joiedefi]

Aaah, if you enter the wonderful world of watercolour painting you will have a delightful time. My suggestion is to get a mid priced palette, and allow yourself to just play. Get some inspiration but absolutely do it your way and see what happens, see what you enjoy. The utter pleasure of mixing painting and journaling....aaahhh, so much fun! Take care...stay safe, hugs from me, joie 🌿❣️

[@triniacosta5012]

Gracias por regalar alegrías. Y un abrazo muy grande desde Canarias.

[@joiedefi]

Saying thank you to my friend in Tenerife!! 💜💜💜💜

[@catherinedaniels1204]

Just love your channel 💜. I tend to go off track and have a hard time getting back on track !! I think it’s just part of my creative process ( and a touch of old age). LOL. Thank you for sharing!

[@joiedefi]

Thanks for visiting Catherine ❤️ Going off track is perfectly fine, it's all about enjoying the process. See you soon I hope, joie 🌿💜

[@yokoonoII]

I like how easy you made the binding for this but if it was me making one for someone that is a writer I would make more room to actually write. This is more like a scrapbook.

[@joiedefi]

That's a good point....you could definitely add more pages with space to write. I guess I expect her to also stick papers into this... which does sound like scrapbooking, I agree. I might try a different blend of papers in another one... I'll take this opportunity to say welcome to my channel! Thanks for watching and for dropping a comment...I really appreciate it. Joie 💜🌿

[@reddirtalba450]

I have never made my own journal, a bit scared to try.... I love watching you :)

[@joiedefi]

Aww, thank you 💜💜💜

[@kmdamron1]

So glad I caught this

[@joiedefi]

Me too, great to see you Kathy 😁💜

[@handmadefromlisa]

This was a favorite of mine. Lots of ideas Joie! Tfs 🤗

[@joiedefi]

Thank you 😊💕

[@katyratyra]

I may have to do this! It’s really lovely!

[@joiedefi]

Fantastic!❤️

[@munaanani5762]

Love your journal book

[@joiedefi]

Thanks very much Muna, I really appreciate it ❣️

[@RoseD2016]

Yes I do make jj for gifts!

[@joiedefi]

And I think they are fabulous, I think I've seen them on Facebook...

[@RoseD2016]

Thank you Joie! ❤️❤️

[@terrilyndel]

Do house a sealant on the covers of your journals when you use a collage design or do you lease it naked?

[@joiedefi]

Hi Terri...I just leave them naked. I don't actually own any sealant, and they seem to be fine. 😁❣️

[@bsbeesbuzzworthyhoney8918]

HI! Just found your channel last week. I'm making a baby journal for my niece who is due in July. I've really enjoyed all of your videos, especially the ones on how to make the little envelopes. It's addictive! Do you have any suggestions of specific videos o have made, that might help me even more? Thanks so much!

[@joiedefi]

Wow, what a fantastic comment; it's just lovely to hear that I'm able to help!! Here's a playlist with some videos that might be fun...if you save this playlist then when I add to it you will be able to easily find new videos kzbin.info/aero/PLqbiR8lE_j3uao0GSCYvoBlcqwR2RJday

[@chatmarie8747]

Hi Joie. Thanks for this inspiration. I am watching your video as I work on my first junk journal for my friend who is celebrating a big O bday. I make cards, folios and mini albums so I am used to cardstock as pages with scrapbook papers as designs. I struggle a bit with using just paper. I am including lined papers from my old notebook, but I am afraid they will not be sturdy enough when I sew the journal.. I have the same feeling for book pages.. what are your thoughts. Thank you 🌷

[@joiedefi]

I think your lined papers from an old notebook sound just fine!!!😁👍❤️❤️❤️

[@chatmarie8747]

@@joiedefi thanks Joie 😊

[@chatmarie8747]

@@joiedefi I just wanted to share that I finished my 1st JJ and gave it to my friend. Inspired by you, I personalised it by adding book pages with her favourite things- birds, toucan birds, Lego.. drawing a gerbrera flower, dyeing the paper pink because she likes pink.. it is simple without much ephemera (didnt have time to.do them).. it was fun to.do...so next on my list is doing things with book pages and preparing ephemera in advance. Thanks for the inspiration 😊

[@joiedefi]

That sounds amazing!! What a fabulous gift and how personal. Thanks so much for popping back to let me know... I really am delighted!!😊👍❤️❤️❤️

[@chatmarie8747]

@@joiedefi 😊💕

[@tracyevans8838]

Joie I loved your video, how did you make the paper enveploe pockets please x

[@joiedefi]

Tracy, do you mean how did I make the envelopes? There's a video on my channel showing how to make envelopes in a really simple way.... it's in a playlist which is all about making envelopes, pockets and flowers. If you look on my homepage I think you should find it...let me know if I've missed the mark in answering this question, or if you can't find what you're looking for... I'll try to help 😁👍🏻🍄

[@fairyGrandmother]

Your video's are so nice to watch! Yours is my favorite without a doubt! TFS Hugs!

[@joiedefi]

I like that a lot!! 😁

[@sarwatfatima9686]

Great work 😊👍👌👍👍👍

[@joiedefi]

Thank you very much 😁😁💜💜

[@MarkComerfordArt]

Just passing by to send some love and hope all is good x

[@joiedefi]

Thanks Mark....time I had a browse around your art channel's videos. 👍🏻🥰

[@lalagamma4452]

Lovely Joie!💜🐞💚

[@joiedefi]

Thank you so much!!!💜💜💜

[@donnacarraway9182]

P.S. sorry for the second comment but I wanted to ask what you might recommend as a good purchase from Arteza while we have your coupon? I have both watercolor and acrylic paints and brushes and papers. Is there something that you especially like that you have purchased from them that is not the things that I already have? Thank you again!💕💕

[@joiedefi]

I think that watercolour pencils might add something beyond paint. I was sceptical at first but I gave them a go. I am a convert. You can blend the colours, be precise and the range of shades is divine. They're a quick solution too for adding colour. An alternative if you're feeling creative is the real brush pens. Also a lot of fun...and as the name says the blending is great. I suspect the pencils are more economical/long lasting, but sometimes we need to treat ourselves with just what we want. Well, once every now and again. I love second comments....👍🏻🥰🥰🥰

[@donnacarraway9182]

Thank you Joie!! Great suggestions!💕

[@pennykitzmiller]

Wonderful inspiration

[@carolynboykin-fyelifeinreview]

I’ve made about 20 journals to sale but don’t have an outlet to do so. I have them just setting in my office for now.

[@joiedefi]

Wow, they sound like a lovely pile of goodies. I use Etsy every now and again to reduce my pile, although even doing the photos for this takes a lot of time. Thanks for sharing, and for popping by..... joie 🌿💜

[@terrilyndel]

Would love to see the bag from book pages

[@joiedefi]

I'll work on that....thanks Terri!

[@lenawarelius4195]

Revisiting your great videos 🙌🌼🏵🌻🍀🍁

[@anitapearson2977]

Thank you.

[@joiedefi]

You're very welcome Anita, joie 🌿💜

[@suebyrom2757]

This is just what I’m looking for a friend’s birthday, only problem is it’s in 3 weeks and I’ve never done one before. Nothing like a bit of pressure 😂😂😂

[@loribaca9065]

I love your videos. One day I'll be brave enough to follow your lead. I've made some simple little ones to give away.

[@joiedefi]

We all start somewhere Lori. You're on your way... enjoy the process and give yourself a big well done for your progress. And thanks so much for sharing this....hugs from me, 🥰💜

[@kmdamron1]

So have made a wedding gift, a memories gift, sent a couple of naked journals to grieving friends

[@joiedefi]

Wow! That's so good ..you have made a difference with your actions. I'm absolutely sure that they will be hugely appreciated. 💜

[@zajournals]

Yes, I have that voice that's says not to cover up something I like and included with intention to be seen. So I add minimally to accent, not cover. Also, putting something nice in then covering it seems a waste. However I do include pages with the purpose of adding a lot to it - such as blank pages or pages with an all over small pattern. Usually the pages tell me what they want, so never a struggle. 😁

[@joiedefi]

Makes a lot of sense!👍💜

[@WilmaVoermans]

I would love to make journals as a gift, but......I am pretty sure nobody in my surrounding understands journaling and especially junkjournaling. Most people hate to print pictures and dont understand the idea of journaling. So I make them for myself, which is nice enough :)

[@joiedefi]

Well that's still good Wilma. I know what you mean about people not understanding. I have recently found one or two more friends who get it, and perhaps by sharing what I do and talking about it they are starting to be more interested. Aaah well, we love it, don't we? Xx

[@palonskymiranda2521]

Wilma Voermans you can teach!! Them!! Is a beautiful thing to start a Beautiful thing!!

[@joiedefi]

@@palonskymiranda2521 great idea 👍🏻🥰

[@WilmaVoermans]

@@palonskymiranda2521 Its very hard to understand the love of junkjournals outside the junkjournal community. But he..........who cares? :) .

[@palonskymiranda2521]

Wilma Voermans Yes is true! Some people don’t even know what is it’s, I have couple friends wich I teach, they soo happy that I introduced to journals just have fun. Have a great thanksgiving!🙏🏻

[@wulfseig1864]

This is just lovely. I want to be your fri

[@triniacosta5012]

A usted por atenderme.

[@margeg.4760]

greetings! i just made a swap a fellow junk journaler :) I hope you would make a colorful type of a junk journal.... would look forward to watch it. Or like we would send you a snail mail made of a junk journal and then you can give it away or use it or just about anything :) Just thinking out loud. :) thank you.

[@joiedefi]

Let me have a think about that marge...I appreciate your comment. 🥰🥰🥰

[@mistyepperson5818]

Watch scrapbook with me she will help u learn more things and you are doing fine so far I love watching u

[@joiedefi]

Great suggestion!!! Thank you Misty 😁👍🏻💜

[@zajournals]

How does one go about sending you some Happy Mail ? 💌

[@joiedefi]

I'm just very happy if you watch and comment on my videos... 💜💜💜